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Flying Flea C6 review: Why did RE make this?

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Isn’t it a little strange that of all the giant motorcycle manufacturers in India, Royal Enfield is the first to bring an electric motorcycle into production? It’s almost illogical from a brand that is built entirely on simplicity, old-school charm and a ‘mechanical’ riding experience, but there’s some genuine forward-thinking behind this decision. The Flying Flea C6 isn’t meant to be a big seller, nor is it intended to transform Royal Enfield’s fortunes overnight. Instead, it represents something far more strategic. This is the company preparing itself for an uncertain future — one where electric mobility will inevitably gain importance. By starting early, Royal Enfield is effectively learning the exceptionally complex task of how to build electric motorcycles well before it absolutely has to. The C6 is the first result of that endeavour and RE has taken a unique approach to its first EV while also drawing inspiration from its rich heritage C6 Design and Engineering - 8/10 Beau...
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Kia confirms Sorento hybrid, Carnival hybrid for India by 2030

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At its 2026 Kia CEO Investor Day event, Kia announced plans to expand its lineup to 10 models, among which 8 would be electrified, including the Syros EV, Sorento hybrid and Carnival hybrid. The models are expected to arrive by 2030.  "In India, one of Kia’s core emerging markets, the strategy includes expanding its lineup to 10 models, offering eight electrified vehicles (xEVs) — including the Syros EV, Sorento HEV, and Carnival HEV — and expanding the dealer network to 800 locations," said Kia in a press statement. Kia Sorento Hybrid: What to expect? US-spec Sorento used for representation The Sorento will be positioned above the Seltos as a three-row SUV to rival the likes of the Mahindra XUV 7XO . Previously, we had reported on Kia developing a three-row SUV codenamed the MQ4i, which would have a hybridised 1.5-litre petrol engine. The SUV would share the Sorento’s underpinnings, but it is yet to be seen if it actually carries the Sorento name and the same top h...
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Mercedes discontinues A-Class sedan, EQA, EQB, and EQE SUV in India

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Mercedes-Benz has discontinued the A-Class Limousine, EQA, and EQB from its India website ahead of the CLA EV launch . This move by the carmaker corroborates our previous report on the same , with the focus now on higher-end models in its portfolio. Additionally, the luxury car giant has also delisted its electric EQE SUV.  An official statement from the carmaker said, “We have completely sold out the existing stock of these models in India. Customers looking for the latest generation BEV, can explore the new CLA, which is the most ‘intelligent Mercedes-Benz ever’ and has created new benchmark in the luxury BEVs, debuting on 24th April.” CLA EV and GLA will be the only entry-level models in Mercedes’ lineup Carmaker emphasising the higher-end of the luxury segment. Entering Mercedes' portfolio will get more expensive  Mercedes to focus on the higher-end of the luxury segment  Carmaker wants to prioritise value over volume  In 2025, Mercedes revealed that i...
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Attending the first-ever KTM Adventure Rally in India: Rally Community

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KTM India has steadily been working on building its adventure community, and things have gone a long way since the first-gen 390 Adventure was launched six years ago. With Bajaj now owning KTM outright, the company felt that it was time to bring the famed annual KTM Adventure Rally to India for the first time, and Goa made for the perfect destination.  Spread over three days, the idea behind the KTM Adventure Rally was to create a fun and thoroughly challenging environment for the participants, but not for it to be a torture fest. This was not a competition, and it was more of a learning experience where we’d get to ride with some highly skilled coaches and learn to deal with all sorts of off-road challenges. Some of the obstacles created pretty dramatic photographs. Day 1 began with a road ride up to the Arambol plateau in North Goa. The actual off-road riding began once we approached the steep climb to the plateau. This was our first taste of Goa’s uniquely skittish off-roa...
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Triumph 350cc engine review: Smaller, but better

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Bajaj’s remarkable engineering speed has allowed the company to turn a shortsighted and punishing new regulatory structure into a win-win situation. All the locally manufactured Triumph motorcycles will now be sold with a new 349cc single cylinder that has been downsized from the original 399cc motor. A slightly differently tuned version of this engine will also find its way into the NS400 and Dominar 400 while another differently tuned one will make its way to the KTM 390s. The engine's may have gotten smaller but the names remain the same. We got our first experience with this new engine in a Triumph Scrambler 400 X - and yes, Bajaj is not changing the names on any of the above mentioned bikes, despite the drop in capacity. But the naming choice is the only real controversy, because we can now report that this new engine is actually a rather likable thing. How they did it The downsizing was done by reducing the stroke, rather than the bore. Changes include a new crankshaf...
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Pre facelift Hyundai Verna gets discounts of up to Rs 1.1 lakh in April 2026

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Hyundai is offering discounts across its range in April 2026, including the Grand i10 Nios, i20, Aura, Exter, Venue, Verna, Creta, Creta Electric and Alcazar. The benefits include a mix of cash discounts, exchange and scrappage bonuses, upgrade offers and corporate schemes, depending on the model and variant. An additional limited-period cash offer is also applicable on select models this month. Hyundai has also announced a price hike of up to 1 percent from May 2026. Disclaimer: Discounts may vary by city and are subject to stock availability. Buyers are advised to check with their local dealer for exact figures. Hyundai Verna discounts in April 2026 Up to Rs 1.10 lakh off Pre facelift Hyundai Verna The Verna attracts the highest benefits this month, with up to Rs 1.10 lakh on older inventory. This includes a Rs 40,000 cash discount, a Rs 35,000 scrappage bonus, a Rs 15,000 upgrade bonus and a Rs 10,000 additional offer.The new Verna gets lower benefits of up to Rs 35,000....
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Value and competitive pricing driving EV sales, says VinFast India CEO

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Vietnamese EV maker, VinFast , one of the newest entrants in India’s EV market, has seen steady early traction in a still niche segment. Since starting sales in September 2025, the carmaker has averaged roughly 350 units a month with its VF6 and VF7, totalling 2,390 units in FY2026. This places it broadly in line with other EV players, with brands like Hyundai , averaging around 490 units a month, BYD at about 446, and Kia at roughly 311 units in the same period. Speaking to Autocar India, VinFast India CEO Tapan Ghosh said, “The key factor which is driving VF6 and VF7 is the value customers are getting, at a competitive price.” He added that customers are also responding to the overall ownership package and product positioning. Exchange schemes and total cost of ownership VinFast VF6 VinFast is offering a range of schemes aimed at reducing upfront costs and improving long-term value. Under its ‘ Trade Gas for Electric ’ programme, buyers upgrading from an ICE vehicle can avai...
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Ather expands with over 700 Experience Centres across India

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Ather has announced that it has crossed 700 Experience Centres (ECs) across India, marking a significant expansion of its retail footprint. The company has added over 350 new ECs in the past year, effectively doubling its network from 351 centres as of March 31, 2025. 1. Ather has added over 350 new Experience Centres in the past year 2. The brand has sold over 2.80 lakh Riztas to date 3. Ather claims its retail expansion has been strategically focused on Middle India Ather expands Experience Centres As of March 2026, Ather holds an 18.7 percent of EV market share Notably, this milestone comes shortly after Ather crossed 500 service stations, highlighting a rapid scale-up of both its sales and aftersales network. The brand says this expansion has played a key role in improving accessibility and enabling Ather to scale across both existing and new markets. Over the past year, the wider retail reach has contributed to the company’s national market share rising to 18.7 percent in...
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Volkswagen Taigun new vs old: Differences explained

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Volkswagen has taken the wraps off the Taigun facelift, updating its bestselling SUV in India with subtle styling tweaks, interior updates and a new automatic gearbox option. Rivals continue to include the Hyundai Creta , Kia Seltos , Maruti Grand Vitara and Victoris , Toyota Hyryder , Honda Elevate and MG Astor , along with newer entrants to the midsize SUV segment like the Renault Duster and Tata Sierra . Prices are expected to be announced soon, and here's how the 2026 Volkswagen Taigun differs from the model it replaces. Volkswagen Taigun new vs old: Powertrains The midsize SUV continues to offer choices of 115hp 1-litre turbo-petrol and 150hp 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engines. However, the 1.0 TSI replaces the earlier 6-speed torque converter transmission with a new 8-speed automatic, and due to this, VW claims fuel efficiency has gone up by up to 5.8 percent. Meanwhile, the 1.5 TSI continues to be paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox.  Volkswagen Ta...
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